Brown chicken and pork in batches over high heat. Make sure not to crowd the meat in the pot so they brown and not steam. Set aside. Bring all browned pork pieces into the pan, add garlic, onion and bay leaves. Pour in soy sauce, vinegar and water. Mix all together and cover. Turn down heat. Skim fat just when it starts to boil. Cover and simmer for about half an hour. When the pork gets tender, add the chicken pieces and cook for another 15 minutes. Add honey and more pepper, as desired.